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It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?
Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View moreIt is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?
Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance
Open shelving which can be turned short way up or long way across. Measurements are 900 x 1850
We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨
We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
… View moreWe’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨
We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...
Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View moreHi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. We’re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.
Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.
Message us today for a free quote, we’d love to help bring your home to life!
We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show on this Friday to Sunday at Sky Stadium.
Discover an exciting variety of exhibitors featuring the latest in building, renovating, landscaping, plants, spas, home maintenance, sheds, … View moreIt’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show on this Friday to Sunday at Sky Stadium.
Discover an exciting variety of exhibitors featuring the latest in building, renovating, landscaping, plants, spas, home maintenance, sheds, art, artisan products, and more. Find everything you need to kickstart your spring project, all in one convenient location! Take a break from browsing and enjoy delicious street food, get creative with Resene’s Paint-a-Pot activity (11am–2pm, Saturday & Sunday) near the Springfree Family Zone, and take advantage of a range of free Ask an Expert sessions.
Lock this one in your calendar today and we’ll see you at the Show!
5 - 7 September
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Needing some ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) to calm your nerves? Visit an artificial purr-engine!
Use the sliders on the site to change whether the purr is a sleepy purr or an excited purr.
We hope this link brings a smile!
UPCOMING EXHIBITION: Opening 6th of September at 2.30pm (Tea, Coffee and Snacks provided).
Vibrant Release: Art & Therapy in Motion
239 Main Highway, Ōtaki Railway. Parking available close by on Dunstan St.
Great art and crafts at affordable prices!!!
Bought 5 of these shirts thinking I would wear them for work.
I haven't 🙄
Gave 2 of them to a mate.
3 left to sell
… View moreBought 5 of these shirts thinking I would wear them for work.
I haven't 🙄
Gave 2 of them to a mate.
3 left to sell
Long sleeve.
Sage Green
XL
Brand new with tags on still.
$30 for all 3
Flick me a text if you're keen to pick up from Paraparaumu Beach
Mark
021570598
Whether it's craft, haberdashery, or woodwork, or we'd love to see what you've been working on lately.
💚 You may even spark someone else's creativity...
Tell us about your current project or show us a picture in the comments below.
Or do you have a friend who experienced this?
As part of Dying Matters Week, Lee-Anne Duncan will be speaking on this topic. She has been collecting stories about this and intends writing a book.
Do come and hear her speak.
Paraparaumu Library: 12 noon. Tuesday 2nd Sept.
There will be … View moreOr do you have a friend who experienced this?
As part of Dying Matters Week, Lee-Anne Duncan will be speaking on this topic. She has been collecting stories about this and intends writing a book.
Do come and hear her speak.
Paraparaumu Library: 12 noon. Tuesday 2nd Sept.
There will be other speakers at the library on Monday and Tuesday on a range of topics to do with Dying and end of life. For the full Kāpiti programme please email annette@theinnerpath.co.nz
Or go to www.gowithgrace.nz...
Want a weekend project that takes little time, effort or money? This one gives you all of the above plus a nice piece of art for your abode. Colour co-ordinate with your interior with Resene testpot colours to match. Find out how to create your own art with these easy step by step instructions.
“The object of life is not to be on the side of the majority, but to escape finding oneself in the ranks of the insane.”
Roman Emperor and Stoic, Marcus Aurelius
Cheers
Mike
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